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Bobby83 · 27 January 2019, 07:57 AM

My new everyday wearer so I’m sure there will be many more too come...glad I got the first one out of the way so soon!

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RichM · 27 January 2019, 07:58 AM

You got the right attitude.

How did you do it?

Bobby83 · 27 January 2019, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

You got the right attitude.

How did you do it?

My shirt had metal cuff buttons, picked me son up and his butt landed on the buttons which just so happened to be right on top of the bezel. I could feel the pop when his weight dropped lol...

Not worried about it, I bought the watch to wear.

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superstarmar · 11 February 2019, 03:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobby83

My shirt had metal cuff buttons, picked me son up and his butt landed on the buttons which just so happened to be right on top of the bezel. I could feel the pop when his weight dropped lol...

Not worried about it, I bought the watch to wear.

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That's why I don't wear metal cufflinks with my Rolex.
Sorry it happened , nice attitude...

Bobby83 · 11 February 2019, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superstarmar

That's why I don't wear metal cufflinks with my Rolex.

Sorry it happened , nice attitude...

Duly noted lol

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Chaching · 27 January 2019, 07:58 AM

I sense a Ceramic Bezel update for the Explorer II from Basel.

Bobby83 · 27 January 2019, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chaching

I sense a Ceramic Bezel update for the Explorer II from Basel.

I hope not, to me it would kill the character of the watch. If I wanted a “flashy” GMT Rolex has plenty of choices...glad they have a “bare bones” all brushed look sports model.

If they do add a ceramic bezel I hope it’s fixed and not rotating.

I’m no expert but I don’t see Rolex making any major changes to the explorer 2 until 2021 (50th anniversary.

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mailman · 27 January 2019, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobby83

I hope not, to me it would kill the character of the watch. If I wanted a “flashy” GMT Rolex has plenty of choices...glad they have a “bare bones” all brushed look sports model.

If they do add a ceramic bezel I hope it’s fixed and not rotating.

I’m no expert but I don’t see Rolex making any major changes to the explorer 2 until 2021 (50th anniversary.

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I agree with you

I actually prefer it over the ceramic Submariner and GMT Master. It's more comfortable on my wrist than either of those also

Chester01 · 27 January 2019, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Chaching

I sense a Ceramic Bezel update for the Explorer II from Basel.

God I hope not. Their explorer line is the last of the tool watches. They got bigger with the new iteration, but that increased legibility. Ceramic would just make it bold, loud, and blingy.

Roll X · 27 January 2019, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Chester01

God I hope not. Their explorer line is the last of the tool watches. They got bigger with the new iteration, but that increased legibility. Ceramic would just make it bold, loud, and blingy.

No sir, the Explorer line is not the last of the tool watches.
Not even close.

Chester01 · 27 January 2019, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roll X

No sir, the Explorer line is not the last of the tool watches.
Not even close.

Well let’s face it, there is no functional improvement added by a ceramic bezel other than scratch resistant. However this is offset by the fact it can chip especially at the edges and the cost would be quite significant to replace in the event of a failure. Though the current bezel may scratch easily that is cheap to replace or buff out. While most models have the tool watch DNA so to speak the Explorer line really looks the part. The new versions with the giant lugs and polished center links are more show ponies now.

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Cru Jones · 27 January 2019, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Chester01

Well let’s face it, there is no functional improvement added by a ceramic bezel other than scratch resistant. However this is offset by the fact it can chip especially at the edges and the cost would be quite significant to replace in the event of a failure. Though the current bezel may scratch easily that is cheap to replace or buff out. While most models have the tool watch DNA so to speak the Explorer line really looks the part. The new versions with the giant lugs and polished center links are more show ponies now.

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Chips and breaks are purely theoretical.... in the 10 years of ceramic bezels, I think there’s probably been a dozen broken inserts on TRF.

Maverick_1908 · 27 January 2019, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roll X

No sir, the Explorer line is not the last of the tool watches.
Not even close.

Which one is it then?

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csaltphoto · 27 January 2019, 01:56 PM

I feel your pain. I added a scratch to my 14060M my first day at work. When I bought it it appeared to be basically unworn. Perfect condition. I went over it with a magnifying glass since it was my first Rolex. Was plugging in some batteries to a camera rack/shelf at work. Bang! Arghhhh. It's basically invisible but it's there. Oh well, number one.

shakory · 27 January 2019, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roll X

No sir, the Explorer line is not the last of the tool watches.
Not even close.

Agreed but I do think some of the newer models are a slightly more “dressier” looking than their previous versions imo

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Rolexlover123 · 27 January 2019, 11:34 AM

I'm wondering if the Yacht Master 40MM with the platinum bezel would be prone to scratches like this Explorer's steel bezel? I have a platinum wedding band and it is scratched up like crazy. With the Sub & GMT's ceramic bezel, it is harder to scratch right? I'm interested in getting the YM40MM, but have only wore the GMT and Subs in the Rolex professional line. Before I spring for the YM40MM, I just wanted to do my due diligence.

garbanzo · 27 January 2019, 08:02 AM

Whoa! That hit would have shattered a cc bezel, good thing u have a real tool watch !

Bobby83 · 27 January 2019, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garbanzo

Whoa! That hit would have shattered a cc bezel, good thing u have a real tool watch !

lmao

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Ragna · 11 February 2019, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garbanzo

Whoa! That hit would have shattered a cc bezel, good thing u have a real tool watch !

Exactly

TemerityB · 11 February 2019, 10:34 AM

Taste and distinction trumps a scratch 10 times out of 10. Nice job; great watch.

mjclark32 · 27 January 2019, 08:03 AM

Yup, it happens. Congrats and enjoy!

WatchAlert · 27 January 2019, 08:04 AM

Now you don't have to worry about the next 10-20 scratches!

Congrats on the recent purchase by the way.

jstan9 · 28 January 2019, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by WatchAlert

Now you don't have to worry about the next 10-20 scratches!

Congrats on the recent purchase by the way.

Exactly! For me it’s only the first two or three that are hard...now you’re free to just enjoy that amazing watch! Congrats! It’s a stunner.

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Starhutch · 27 January 2019, 08:05 AM

Character...enjoy!

Bobby83 · 27 January 2019, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Starhutch

Character...enjoy!

Agreed!!

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rajcuatrista · 27 January 2019, 08:08 AM

life happens my friend

ltmgeller · 27 January 2019, 08:10 AM

adds character.

Justinmg · 27 January 2019, 08:11 AM

Very nice watch! The first one hurts the worst

JayHantz · 27 January 2019, 08:17 AM

That is the best attitude to have! I think every mark adds character and a story. It looks great on you!

brandrea · 27 January 2019, 08:17 AM

The first scratch is the deepest

27 January 2019, 07:57 AM	#1
Bobby83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: USA Posts: 271	First scratch 2 days old lol My new everyday wearer so I’m sure there will be many more too come...glad I got the first one out of the way so soon! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

27 January 2019, 07:58 AM	#2
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,575	You got the right attitude. How did you do it? __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

27 January 2019, 08:03 AM	#21
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Yup, it happens. Congrats and enjoy! __________________

27 January 2019, 08:10 AM	#27
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,471	adds character. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

27 January 2019, 08:11 AM	#28
Justinmg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Justin Location: FL Watch: PO/EXPL Posts: 3,371	Very nice watch! The first one hurts the worst __________________ //////////////////////////////// Member of The Nylon Nation Does it do anything? It tells the time.

27 January 2019, 07:58 AM	#6
Chaching "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: None of ya #@! Location: Somewhere Watch: Many! 116718 GOLD Posts: 2,137	I sense a Ceramic Bezel update for the Explorer II from Basel.

27 January 2019, 01:56 PM	#14
csaltphoto "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: US Watch: sub Posts: 2,423	I feel your pain. I added a scratch to my 14060M my first day at work. When I bought it it appeared to be basically unworn. Perfect condition. I went over it with a magnifying glass since it was my first Rolex. Was plugging in some batteries to a camera rack/shelf at work. Bang! Arghhhh. It's basically invisible but it's there. Oh well, number one.

27 January 2019, 11:34 AM	#16
Rolexlover123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: USA Posts: 161	I'm wondering if the Yacht Master 40MM with the platinum bezel would be prone to scratches like this Explorer's steel bezel? I have a platinum wedding band and it is scratched up like crazy. With the Sub & GMT's ceramic bezel, it is harder to scratch right? I'm interested in getting the YM40MM, but have only wore the GMT and Subs in the Rolex professional line. Before I spring for the YM40MM, I just wanted to do my due diligence.

27 January 2019, 08:02 AM	#17
garbanzo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Spain Posts: 832	Whoa! That hit would have shattered a cc bezel, good thing u have a real tool watch !

11 February 2019, 10:34 AM	#20
TemerityB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: New York, NY Posts: 30	Taste and distinction trumps a scratch 10 times out of 10. Nice job; great watch.

27 January 2019, 08:04 AM	#22
WatchAlert "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Atlanta, GA USA Watch: Rolex Datejust II Posts: 13	Now you don't have to worry about the next 10-20 scratches! Congrats on the recent purchase by the way.

27 January 2019, 08:05 AM	#24
Starhutch 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: HUTCH Location: USA Watch: PROBLEM Posts: 1,364	Character...enjoy!

27 January 2019, 08:08 AM	#26
rajcuatrista "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: So.Fla Posts: 97	life happens my friend

27 January 2019, 08:17 AM	#29
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,844	That is the best attitude to have! I think every mark adds character and a story. It looks great on you!

27 January 2019, 08:17 AM	#30
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,705	The first scratch is the deepest

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